Anushka Deshpande, Ph.D.

Postdoctoral researcher at Department of Cardiology, UKHD, Heidelberg, Germany

Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

About

I am a postdoctoral researcher in molecular cardiology, driven by one central question: How do proteins and mitochondrial function shape the rhythm and resilience of the heart? With over seven years of hands-on experience in advanced molecular biology, mitochondrial physiology, and metabolic assays, I investigate the molecular mechanisms that regulate cardiac contraction and dysfunction at the cellular level. My work focuses on mitochondrial dynamics and bioenergetics in cardiomyocytes, uncovering how alterations in energy metabolism contribute to heart disease. By integrating rigorous experimentation with creative problem-solving, I aim to translate mechanistic insights into potential therapeutic strategies. I thrive at the intersection of curiosity-driven science and practical application — designing innovative approaches, troubleshooting complex systems, and continuously expanding my technical and conceptual toolkit. Ultimately, my goal is to contribute to the development of novel therapeutic avenues that improve cardiac health and patient outcomes.

Experience

  • Postdoctoral Researcher at University Hospital Heidelberg (UKHD)
    Dec 2023 - Present · 2 yrs 7 mos

  • Researcher PHD Student at Universitätsklinikum Heidelberg (UKHD), Heidelberg university
    Jul 2021 - Dec 2023 · 2 yrs 6 mos

  • PHD Student at Department of Molecular cardiology, University hospital, Kiel, Germany
    Sep 2018 - Nov 2023 · 5 yrs 3 mos

  • Trainee at Advanced Centre for Treatment, Research and Education in Cancer
    Dec 2017 - Jun 2018 · 7 mos

    Working in cell biology field.

  • Graduate Student at Microbial Culture Collection and abasaheb garware college
    Dec 2016 - Nov 2017 · 1 yr